Just Us

Thirty-Fourth Meeting

LUCY

"Do you think...I can still get pregnant...even after my miscarriage…?" I ask hesitantly to my Gynecologist that sat in front of me.

I'm currently in the clinic. It's been quite a long time since I've been in here. The last time I was in here is when I still had my baby, and I was getting my periodic check-ups.

She smiles at me reassuringly, and I suddenly feel a bit relieved. "Of course you can. Tons of women have had successful pregnancies after having a miscarriage." She stops, before continuing, "Why do you ask?"

I bite my lip nervously. "Well...I want to try again...but I didn't know if...it would be the best."

She nods, understanding. "Nope, I totally get you. Sometimes, waiting is the best thing you can do. I just don't want you to rush things, or feel pressured to try again...Are you, Lucy?"

I shake my head frantically. "No, no, no...It's just...I was thinking about it. Honestly...I don't know if I'm ready right now if I want to try again because I'm very busy these days." She nods. "I'm...pretty sure I'll have to talk it over with my boyfriend…" I laugh sheepishly.

She laughs slightly with me. "That would be the best option. But, just know...a child is a lot of responsibility, and a lot of money. Try again when you're a hundred percent sure you're ready. It'll be shame if it's all a mistake afterwards."

Biting my lip again, I nod slowly.

NATSU

"I've had it up to here with you lately, Natsu! You're really testing me now!" Shizuki shouts to me.

But, I stand my ground. My gaze hardens on him as he spits more comments at me. I take in a harsh breath, stepping closer to him. "You deserve everything you're getting, Uncle," I retort with.

After Lucy left to do an unknown errand, Shizuki decided to show up to my house unexpectedly. He's here because, just yesterday, I exposed him on live television - for the whole world to see. It's an understatement to say he's pissed.

He breathes heavily, his face getting redder and redder by the seconds. "You...you sly fuck," he hisses. I look him up and down. "You've ruined everything!" Veins pop out from his forehead. I almost want to laugh. I've never seen him this angry before. "My stocks, my sales, my money - everything is ruined because of you! Do you realize what you've done?!"

I chortle. "Of course. That's why I did it."

Suddenly, he grabs my collar, bringing me close to his face. But, I know he won't hit me. He's too weak for that. "You've ruined Shizuki Enterprise! You just put yourself in jeopardy now, Natsu!" He growls. "I should've never taken you in...I should've left you on the streets to die!"

I shove him off me. He staggers back, almost falling over. "Get the fuck off me, old man," I spit, dusting myself off. He widens his eyes at my words. I notice just how a monster he is. "Honestly...isn't it time you stop?" He seems confused. I shake my head. "Are you seriously going to act like you don't know…? All those years of childhood...corrupted and tormented...because of you."

I see him clench his fists together. I swallow. "Not for one second...you didn't sit back and think that what you were doing to me was wrong and total child abuse?"

His jaw sets. "I was doing that to make you into the hard-working man you are today."

"You did that to bring utter hell onto me for the rest of my life," I cut in, not taking his bullshit. "You despised me for no real reason. You beat me and hit me and hurt me. Because of you...I ruined people's lives. Their families, their futures. I couldn't trust anyone anymore. I couldn't come to care, let alone love, anyone else. The things you did to me as a child...they were demented and absolutely insane. No child should have to go through that."

He stays silent, his gaze wavering.

"As a child, I was too weak and powerless to stand up to you. I was afraid that I would get hit again if I even said a greeting to you in the morning. You were supposed to be the father I never had. You were supposed to help me grow and support me and...care for me." My eyes started to burn. "But...you didn't. You did the exact opposite, Uncle."

He doesn't even look me in the eye anymore.

"But now...I finally did it," I begin as I feel fire ignite inside me. "I actually talked to my father, for the first time in decades."

His eyes widen once more. "What…? You talked to...Igneel…?"

I nod slightly. "Yes. Never thought I'd do it...huh? Because you've never had faith in me in the first place, right?" He was going to say something, but I beat him to it. "And...I finally exposed you for everyone to see. Now...not only will your precious money vanish...your job will as well."

Shizuki gasps, and stirs to me again. I watch him as he begins to become frantic. "No...no! I can't lose my job! You can't do that!"

I shrug. "You're right - I can't. But, corporate can."

He gulps, his eyes swimming in a pool of desperation. He grabs my shirt, begging. I feel disgusted just from his presence. "Natsu...please...please don't do this…," he pleads, his voice shaky. I watch him beg more and more. "I'm so sorry for everything I've done...I'm so sorry! I regret every single thing! You can't do this to me...What will I have after…?"

I kick him off me. He falls on the floor with a gasp. "Natsu!"

I bend down to him, my eyes sharp and hard. "You really think throwing a little pity party will save you from this…?" I scoff. "You're truly pathetic, Uncle."

He shakes his head hysterically. I narrow my eyes at him. "Please...please, Natsu...have mercy!"

"Why would I have something towards you when you felt none of that towards me…?"

"I'll do anything!" he screams, his voice echoing in my condo.

I stand up straight, turning my back on him. "There's nothing you can do now, Uncle. The deed is done." I sigh out. "After your boss realizes what you've done, they'll fire you immediately. They can't have people working for them that'll fuck up their stocks, you know?"

"You fucking asshole!"

I laugh a bit, nodding. "If that's what makes me one, I sure am." I turn back to him. I take note on how he's sweating buckets at this point. His body is trembling and he's letting out whimpers like a dog. Seeing him in this state is so satisfying. "Sorry it had to end like this, Uncle. But, karma's a fucking bitch, huh? It really is a shame...You're one of the best business-men out there. All that cash, all that fame...is all gone. What a waste."

He stands up suddenly, and attempts to throw a punch at me. But, I dodge it just in time, and shove him on the floor again. He falls down hard enough to crack a bone. This fucking idiot.

He moans in pain. He chokes out, "You'll...you'll pay for this, Natsu! I'm going to fucking sue you!"

"Mhm," I brush off like nothing. "I'd love to see that."

"I hate you! I fucking hate you! I wish you'd die! I should've left you to die! I've hated you since the day you popped out of that whore of a mother!"

He screams more and more and it gives me headache.

I shake my head, sighing. "Really, Uncle...you're making yourself look more pathetic the more you talk." But, he continued shouting.

This wasn't amusing anymore. More like, annoying. So, I had to get him out of my house.

I grab him shirt, and lift him up. He tries to punch me again, but I dodge every strike. I open the door to my house.

"Let go of me! Now, you fuck!" he shouts.

I smirk. "Fine." With that, I throw him outside. He drops on the hard concrete, and I could another bone cracking. That old man.

He looks up, his face doused with sweat. His eyes are red and glassy. It's a pleasure to see him like this. He points to me with his wrinkled finger. "You're definitely pay for this, Natsu! I'm going to get my attorney on you! I'll sue you before you even know it! Before you even know it, you hear me?!"

I smile at him. "Mhm. Loud and clear."

"You fucker! I hate you!"

I nod. "I guess we're alike in one way." Before I slam the door on his face, I say, "Have a great life, Uncle!"

Then...he's gone out of my life.

Forever.

LUCY

The next couple of weeks were filled with absolute happiness and good news.

It all started when President Shizuki was no longer the President to Shizuki Enterprise anymore. He was fired because of the exploitation. From what Natsu told me when Shizuki went to our house, he was not happy to hear that his days were limited of having a job.

After Shizuki was fired and the truth was out, he has now became the most hated business-men out of all Magnolia. His reputation is destroyed, so it's obvious his life is as well.

So, because the company no longer has a President, the corporate called Natsu and I in for a meeting.

The corporate sat in seats at a mahogany table, waiting for us. We sat individually, and the meeting started.

"As everyone knows…," one of the leaders start, "Shizuki is no longer with us. So...we have all talked amongst each other to decide the next President."

The both of us nod.

The corporate exchange glances.

One of the older leaders finally say something. "Natsu Dragneel...since you're the next one in line to become President...we want you to fill in his spot."

Natsu's face brightens at the news. He grins, and bows his head to everyone. "Thank you all. Thank you so much!" he exclaims, smiling widely. I grin with him. "I won't disappoint you - I guarantee it."

One of the leaders chuckle a bit. "And...you haven't at all, Mr. Dragneel. During the time you were a CEO, you led the Enterprise and guided everyone to right directions. You did long hours, filled with tedious paperwork. You worked hard for such a young man. We honestly didn't expect that from you, considering your age. But, we were wrong. You exceeded our expectations. You deserve this position."

Natsu bows deeply once more. I felt so proud of him. But, everything they said were true. He truly deserves this position. He works hard for himself, and it pays off. It was all worth it in the end. I couldn't be happier for him.

"Thank you all so much. I'm so grateful for this opportunity to impress you even more," he says lightly.

The corporate laugh a bit.

Then, Natsu asks, "But...who will take over CEO…?"

"Loke. I'm sure you know him."

My smile drops a bit. Then again...Loke deserves it as well. Before Natsu became my boss, Loke was the best boss I had, and an amazing friend. I don't think I can ever forgive him, but...I'm happy for him.

Natsu nods silently. I can tell he's a bit disappointed as well.

However, once everything settled, it's like none of the negative things mattered anymore. Natsu is finally at the position he's dreamed of. I want to support him for as long as I can. Not only as a girlfriend, but as a best friend as well.

So, as we lay in bed together late at night, in each other's warm and tight arms, I knew that I had to bring up what's been on my mind for a while.

"This is going to sound a bit crazy, but…," I begin with, my voice quiet.

Natsu hums. "Yes? Go on."

I let out a deep breath. "Okay, here goes…" I inhale. "I want to...try again."

Natsu stays silent, as if he doesn't know what I mean. "You don't mean…"

I sit up, and turn, so our eyes connect. I nod with a smile on my face. "I talked with my Gyno the other day, when Shizuki came over. And...she said that it's possible I can still get pregnant and have a successful delivery...even after the miscarriage."

The two of us grin happily before bringing each other in an embrace.

"Lucy, that's so amazing! I'm so pleased!" he says, holding me tight.

I let out a breath. "I'm glad…," I breathe out. We let go, and stare into each other's eyes again.

He swallows. "But...are you sure this is what you want, though…? I don't want to - "

I place my finger on his lips, hushing him. "I want to, Natsu. I want to start a family with you. I want my future to just be filled with you...because...I love you so much. I don't think...I can ever stop loving you," I confess, my body warming with passion.

Even in the dark, I can see the tears glistening in his water line. Seeing that makes my eyes burn as well.

He sniffles a bit. "Lucy...I...I feel the same…" A tear rolls down his cheek, and he laughs, wiping it away. "Ah, look at that...I'm crying out of pure joy. What the hell…"

I laugh with him. Then, I wrap my arms around his neck, bringing him in as close as I can. "Natsu...let's do this...let's be what we've dreamed of."

He wraps his around my waist. "I'm ready when you are."

And, so the night ended with total love and passion...leaving me breathless.

a/n: WOULD YOU LOOK AT THAT ive updated! woooooooooo im quite proud of myself :D

so...during the time ive been gone, i have finished my freshmen year of high school, and moving onto my next year: sophomore year! i have turned 15, as my birthday was on the 25th of june. and, the 2nd year anniversary of "just us" has passed! there's a lot of things that has happened since ive last updated. it's very overwhelming, and it makes me kinda sad because of how much ive grown since i first started this story.

when i did start this story, i was a young girl who was a prude to basically everything. i had started 8th grade in middle school during that time, so i was like 13 im pretty sure lmao. my writing has totally improved since then, and when i read back to just the first chapter, i cringe so much but hey we all gotta start somewhere. till this day, i still dont know why this story has gained so much attention and support. even one of my favorite fairy tail authors (amehanaa) has found this story and actually WROTE A REVIEW FOR IT which still blows my mind. honestly i think the only reason i wrote this story when i was younger is because i wanted to fucking write sex scenes between a boss and an assistant LMAO obviously i dont think that now. this story has turned into much more since that time.

but of course...this is NOT the last chapter. the last chapter is the next chapter it has been confirmed lol. im very sad and disheartened that this story is coming to an end. ive grown so much not as a person but as a writer as well. it's fucking crazy.

so i have actually re-written this story on another site. the site is called "asianfanfics". i really hope you can check it out on there because it's 10x better and i plan on doing a lot more on that version than this one. the story title is still the same. my username is kkaebseong-kun also. it'll mean a lot if you check it out!

anyway thank you so much for reading! the next chapter will actually come out soon (probably in a couple days)! please look out for it! i love you so much and please review to tell me what you think of this chapter! see you all soon!